Manufacturers group appoints new leader

FORT MYERS — The Southwest Regional Manufacturers Association, based in Fort Myers, recently named Rob Harris executive director. Harris will remain executive director of the Sarasota-Manatee Manufacturers Association, a role he was appointed to in February.

In his role with SRMA, Harris will focus on the continued growth of the association, manufacturing and membership, according to a statement. He will work to connect regional manufacturers with the valued resources and tools necessary to succeed, and continue hosting monthly events that focus on education, plant tours, CEO roundtables and networking socials.